Business Mentor & Consultant
Quick answer
Inkomoko is hiring a remote, part-time Business Mentor & Consultant based in the East and Horn of Africa region to provide strategic guidance to young entrepreneurs in the FAST program for a compensation of Not specified.
- Role
- Business Mentor & Consultant
- Organization
- Inkomoko
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda; Nairobi, Kenya; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Khartoum, Sudan; Kampala, Uganda
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-15
The role
Inkomoko is seeking experienced entrepreneurs to serve as Business Mentors for the Mastercard Foundation-supported FAST program. Mentors will provide strategic guidance, technical assistance, and network connections to early-stage youth founders across East and Horn of Africa countries. This is a 6-month, part-time consultancy role focused on empowering entrepreneurs from diverse and marginalized backgrounds. Mentors will conduct virtual discovery meetings and track business development milestones throughout the engagement.
What you'll do
- Conduct one-on-one virtual discovery meetings to assess venture health.
- Provide technical assistance in business modeling, financial management, and sales.
- Help entrepreneurs navigate regional business regulations and tax requirements.
- Facilitate connections between mentees and industry experts or corporate networks.
- Submit monthly progress reports and a final consultancy evaluation.
What it takes
- Proven experience as a founder, co-founder, or leader of an established business.
- Deep familiarity with business dynamics in East and Horn of Africa.
- Demonstrable passion for coaching youth and marginalized populations.
- Fluency in English and ability to maintain reliable remote infrastructure.
- Comfort working with diverse, vulnerable groups including refugees and women.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Opportunity to create meaningful results for a high-impact social enterprise, work with a diverse and mission-driven team, and participate in a collaborative, supportive organizational culture.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a 100% remote role requiring stable internet connectivity for weekly virtual meetings.
What is the time commitment for this role?
The role is part-time, requiring a dedicated commitment of at least 10 hours per week over a 6-month period.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a statement of motivation highlighting their coaching experience and enterprise profile by June 15th.
Is the compensation specified?
No, the compensation for this consultancy role is not explicitly stated in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on Inkomoko's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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